19-043-CC_1_6-18-19.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Chemung County Department of Social Services for the provision of Intensive Case Management (ICM) services to serve individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. The county seeks a qualified nonprofit or for-profit agency to deliver comprehensive case management services including assessment, treatment planning, coordination of services, and ongoing monitoring to support client recovery and community integration. The contract term is for two years, effective July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2021, with the option to renew for an additional two-year period at the county's discretion. Proposals were due on June 18, 2019, and the anticipated award date was July 1, 2019. Interested bidders were invited to attend a pre-bid conference, and the county anticipated selecting one or more vendors to deliver these services.

Pricing for the contract is based on a capitated monthly rate per enrolled client, with the exact rate to be determined through the proposal evaluation process. The county identified funding through the Mental Health Services state aid and local appropriations. The RFP included specific performance measures, staffing requirements, and compliance standards aligned with New York State Department of Health regulations and Medicaid requirements. The county emphasized the importance of cultural competency, consumer-centered approaches, and coordination with existing mental health and substance abuse treatment providers in the region. Preference may be given to incumbent providers or organizations with demonstrated experience serving Chemung County's population.